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Article 56

General confiscation of property is prohibited. The penalty of confiscation of private property shall only be imposed by a court judgment and in cases specified by the law.

Article 57

The respect of the Constitution, compliance with the laws issued by Public Authority, abiding by public order and morality, observing national traditions and established customs is a duty of all who reside in the State of Qatar or enter its territory.

Article 58

Extradition of political refugees is prohibited; and the law shall determine conditions of granting political asylum.

PART FOUR

Organization of Powers

Chapter One: General Provisions

Article 59

The people are the source of power, and they shall exercise the same in accordance with the provisions of this Constitution.

Article 60

The system of Government is based on the separation of powers and shall be exercised in collaboration with the manner specified in this Constitution.

Article 61

The Legislative Authority shall be vested in Al‐Shoura Council as prescribed in this Constitution.

Article 62

The Executive Authority shall be vested in the Emir and he shall be assisted by the Council of Ministers as specified in this Constitution.

Article 63

The Judicial Authority shall be vested in courts of law as prescribed in this Constitution; and court judgments shall be pronounced in the name of the Emir.

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